Music Lessons
I teach with a focus on the person, not the instrument. This means my music lessons are dedicated to your overall musical wellbeing, rather than grading your ‘musical ability’.
I endeavour to provide a safe, gentle and supportive environment to explore the instrument you are learning and the goals you want to achieve. Lessons are online so you can stay in the comfort of your home and learn what you want, at your own pace. I am enhanced DBS checked and have experience working with a wide variety of ages and abilities.
Disclaimer
Woodwind for Wellbeing lessons are not therapy, and are not connected to my psychotherapy work.
About
What are Woodwind for Wellbeing Lessons?
What it might be
- Learning a new instrument
- Improving confidence in your playing
- Identifying barriers to practice
- Rekindling your passion for music after a break in playing
- Support joining a local band or music service
What it won't be
- Learning musical skills above the equivalent grade 8 standard
- Grading your instrumental playing
- Criticising your playing or technical ability
- Complex music theory or score analysis
- Being told there is only one right way to play
FAQ's
Frequent Questions and Answers
What are wellbeing music lessons?
Lessons focus on personal goals in your musical journey as well as the health and wellbeing aspects of learning a woodwind instrument.
What will I get out of lessons?
Lessons are designed to create a safe space to learn something new, each lesson will be structured to your individual needs. Your personal goals and requirements for learning will be prioritised at all times.
Why Woodwind for Wellbeing?
There are many studies which support the idea that learning a woodwind instrument can improve wellbeing. Reasons for this range from the benefits of mindfully breathing, to the rewards of learning a new skill.
Are you the right fit for me?
I provide music lessons for anyone over the age of 18. My services are particularly suited to those who are looking to learn a woodwind instrument, although I do teach a variety of different instruments and skills depending on what kind of tuition you are looking for. My lessons are tailored for those learning music for enjoyment, to improve health or to those who require holistic support in their learning.
But why not find out for yourself? Book a free, no commitment consultation and we can discuss if my services could be of help.
Where do lessons take place?
Lessons are virtual and taught via Microsoft Teams. There may be the opportunity for in-person sessions depending on your location, this can be discussed when enquiring about lessons.
How many lessons do I need?
I don’t specify a maximum or minimum number of lessons. I typically work in an open-ended way and will check in and review progress with you regularly. If you prefer, I am also happy to decide a set number of lessons in our first session together.
Book a Lesson
Use The Form to Enquire About Music Lessons
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Testimonials
What Students Are Saying
“I started learning to play the clarinet with Jake almost two years ago now as a sort of COVID passion project and it has proven to be one of the most beneficial things for my well-being I’ve ever done. Jake has been so patient and helpful in guiding me through music, and in so doing has given me a method of self-expression that I wasn’t even aware was available to me before. All in all, I couldn’t recommend Jake’s service enough, he really is a natural teacher and I hope you enjoy playing music with him as much as I do!"
"I wanted to learn the Clarinet but being “mature” I didn’t have much confidence and was worried that I would make a fool of myself. I couldn’t have been more wrong, Jake is an incredibly patient teacher, happy to break things down and repeat as often as is necessary. He was very encouraging, calm and positive but we were also able to have a laugh and keep things relaxed. Jake also gave me some breathing exercises as I was recovering from prolonged pneumonia. The effect was amazing, the exercises saw off the remains of the breathing problems I had! Jake is a wonderful nurturing teacher, making every lesson enjoyable."
Still Not Sure?
I offer a free 15 minute consultation where we can meet virtually and find out if Woodwind for Wellbeing sessions are right for you. Please let me know any accessibility needs or anything else I can do to make this first meeting more comfortable for you on the enquiry form.